Pincus Family Foundation Grants for Youth Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in New Jersey working with youth in creative arts, education, health, or recreation can seek project, program, or general operating support that improves children’s lives. Focused on youth development and well-being, Pincus Family Foundation invites eligible groups to begin with an online eligibility quiz before submitting a letter of inquiry.
Pincus Family Foundation
Wallerstein Foundation Support for Senior Health
With a mission to improve geriatric quality of life, Wallerstein Foundation for Geriatric Life Improvement provides U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations with project-based funding for senior health, wellness, and engagement programs. New Jersey nonprofits working on dementia, stroke, adult daycare, home health, nutrition, or mobility for older adults may be eligible.
Wallerstein Foundation for Geriatric Life Improvement Inc.
Robert & Joan Dircks Foundation Support for New Jersey Disability Services
Applications due Sep 7, 2026
New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofits running innovative programs for children and adults who are physically, mentally, or economically disadvantaged can seek project funding from the Robert & Joan Dircks Foundation. Grants of US $1,000 - US $15,000 support problem-solving initiatives rather than general operations, which may benefit organizations whose work intersects with physics-related education or services.
Robert & Joan Dircks Foundation
Arts Program Funding from Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission
Applications due Sep 12, 2026
Somerset County-based 501(c)(3)/(c)(4) nonprofits and local government agencies offering public arts programs in New Jersey can apply for operating, special project, or creative placemaking support. Focused on local arts development, the Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission invites eligible organizations to strengthen administration, expand programming, or deliver community arts projects that increase public access.
Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission
Arts and Community Health Grants from Horizon
Applications due Sep 15, 2026
Arts-focused 501(c)(3) organizations in New Jersey can seek funding for programs that use fine, visual, performing, or literary arts to advance community health education and prevention. With a mission to improve community health, Horizon Charitable Foundation provides up to US $25,000 for projects encouraging healthy behaviors, addressing obesity or behavioral health, and connecting residents to health services.
Horizon Charitable Foundation Inc
Physics and Science Funding from Eppley Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Sep 15, 2026
Established researchers with PhDs or MDs conducting advanced physics or related scientific research through a U.S.-based nonprofit or institution, including those in New Jersey, can seek support for novel projects. Grants from The Eppley Foundation for Research help fund innovative pure or applied science in chemistry, physics, biology, medical investigations, climate change, and ecosystem studies worldwide.
The Eppley Foundation for Research
New Jersey Office Security Grants in New Jersey
Applications due Sep 16, 2026
New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofits needing physical security upgrades can seek funding for target hardening equipment, including doors, windows, and CCTV, through the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness. With a mission to enhance domestic security, this program offers up to US $100,000 for organizations at high risk of terrorist attack.
New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness
Penn National Gaming Community Grants in New Jersey
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting community development, education, health, human services, cultural programs, or veterans’ services in New Jersey counties where Penn National Gaming operates may be eligible for funding. Grants from Penn National Gaming help New Jersey organizations, including those with physics-related education or research components, strengthen local communities and residents’ well-being.
Penn National Gaming
Edna Kynett Foundation Support for Cardiovascular Programs
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Public entities and 501(c)(3) organizations in New Jersey’s Camden County can apply for the Edna Kynett Memorial Foundation’s grants, awarding up to US $50,000 for cardiovascular community health, professional education, or research programs. Projects serving high-risk, underserved populations and emphasizing prevention, innovation, and measurable cardiac health outcomes may be especially competitive.
The Edna Kynett Memorial Foundation Inc
Physics Research Funding from Blavatnik Family Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Nov 12, 2026
Early-career faculty physicists at invited U.S. research universities, institutes, medical centers, or government labs can be nominated for the Blavatnik National Awards, providing US $250,000 in unrestricted support for innovative work in Physical Sciences & Engineering. New Jersey institutions on the invited list may nominate one physics researcher among their three candidates.
Blavatnik Family Foundation
New Jersey Recreation Funding via NJAHPERD
Applications due Nov 15, 2026
Pre-K–12 schools, colleges, and universities in New Jersey can apply for the Jacqueline E. Malaska Mini-Grant, awarding up to US $1,000 for health, physical education, recreation, or dance equipment and materials. NJAHPERD members developing or expanding student learning programs, including those connected to physics-related physical education initiatives, may be eligible.
New Jersey Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (NJAHPERD)
New Jersey Education Funding via Ena Zucchi
Applications due Nov 30, 2026
New Jersey 501(c)(3) public health, education, and social service organizations can receive approximately US $5,000 to advance doctoral public health education, youth environmental projects, or services for disadvantaged youth. Ena Zucchi Tuw provides New Jersey nonprofits with annual support, and physics-related education programs for children may be eligible if they focus on improving the world environment.
Ena Zucchi Tuw
Community Foundation of New Jersey Community Grants in New Jersey
Pre proposal due Dec 29, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in New Jersey seeking funding for projects serving women, children, families, education, or community health may be eligible for the Impact100 South Jersey Core Mission Grant, offered via the Community Foundation of New Jersey. Grants support core-mission projects like capacity building, program development, service expansion, or capital improvements within Burlington, Camden, Cumberland, or Gloucester counties.
Community Foundation Of New Jersey
Youth Healing Programs Funding from New Jersey Department of Law & Public Safety
Applications due Jan 16, 2027
Nonprofits and community organizations in New Jersey can seek funding up to Up to US $90,418 to deliver gender-responsive, trauma-informed programs for girls and gender-expansive youth focused on healing, leadership, and emotional well-being. With a mission to support vulnerable youth, New Jersey Department of Law & Public Safety provides support that may benefit programs intersecting with physics-related education or enrichment activities.
New Jersey Department of Law & Public Safety
State of New Jersey Agriculture Agritourism Grants for New Jersey
Applications due Jan 30, 2027
State of New Jersey Department of Agriculture provides New Jersey agricultural businesses with funding to expand agritourism education, entertainment, events, and marketing campaigns. Farms, ranches, wineries, breweries, distilleries, and other agricultural entities can request up to US $100,000 for visitor-focused activities like tours, pick-your-own operations, corn mazes, hayrides, and similar experiences that may complement science or physics-related programming.
State of New Jersey Department of Agriculture
Education and Youth Funding from John Ben Snow Memorial Trust
Letter of inquiry due Feb 1, 2027
New Jersey 501(c)(3) organizations seeking funding for education-focused or youth-serving programs can apply for support from the John Ben Snow Memorial Trust, with typical awards of US $5,000 - US $20,000. Priority goes to initiatives such as scholarships, tutoring, literacy, arts education, youth mentoring, and community programs that benefit disadvantaged or high-need populations.
John Ben Snow Memorial Trust
American Association of Blacks in Energy Support for STEM Students
Applications due Feb 15, 2027
New Jersey high school seniors pursuing STEM, business, or physical science majors can access scholarship funding to prepare for energy-industry careers. Grants from the American Association of Blacks in Energy help eligible students nationwide with US $3,000 - US $5,000 awards, including regional and renewable national scholarships for study at accredited colleges, universities, or technical schools.
American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE)
Hispanic Community Service Funding from CHPRD
Applications due Feb 25, 2027
New Jersey Hispanic-serving community-based organizations running community service, health, youth, or senior programs can apply for grants up to US $60,000 in New Jersey. New Jersey Center for Hispanic Policy, Research and Development supports culturally competent services for children at risk, disease prevention, and seniors; physics-focused nonprofits may be eligible if their work advances these community priorities.
New Jersey Department of State: Center for Hispanic Policy, Research and Development (CHPRD)
CHPRD Health and Wellness Grants in New Jersey
Applications due Feb 26, 2027
New Jersey nonprofits serving the Hispanic community with health and wellness, mental health, or family violence prevention services can receive up to US $75,000 in state support. The New Jersey Center for Hispanic Policy, Research and Development funds programs that stabilize family crises and build resilience; organizations with physics-related outreach to these populations may be eligible.
New Jersey Department of State: Center for Hispanic Policy, Research and Development (CHPRD)
New Jersey Civic and Community Funding via New Jersey Department of State
Applications due Feb 26, 2027
Faith-based and community organizations in New Jersey can seek funding to run civic engagement, food security, or senior service projects, with awards up to US $40,000. The New Jersey Department of State Office of Faith Based Initiatives supports programs such as community organizing workshops, immigration services, food assistance, and aging-in-place activities that strengthen local communities.
New Jersey Department of State: Office of Faith Based Initiatives
New Jersey Health Autism Research Grants
Applications due Mar 5, 2027
New Jersey research institutions and clinical teams studying autism-related epidemiology, diagnosis, or service delivery can seek up to US $300,000 through the State of New Jersey Department of Health. Focus is on autism spectrum disorder, public health, and health disparities, which may benefit physics-related researchers working on ASD or health equity questions.
State of New Jersey Department of Health
New Jersey Education Funding via Montclair Fund
Applications due Mar 6, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations running education and social justice programs for women and girls in northern New Jersey can apply for multi-year support, with awards from US $2,500 - US $15,000. Focused on community-based change, Montclair Fund for Women invites projects that enrich learning, build leadership, and challenge systemic inequities, including in STEM-related education.
Montclair Fund for Women
New Jersey Chronic Disease Education Funding via New jersey department of health
Applications due Apr 10, 2027
New Jersey rural health and community organizations improving chronic disease education and reimbursement can access funding through New jersey department of health, with awards up to US $200,000. Projects must serve designated rural areas and focus on diabetes, cardiovascular, or other chronic disease education, increasing participation, referrals, and access to covered services.
New jersey department of health
Gladys Brooks Foundation Education Grants in New Jersey
Applications due May 31, 2027
Focused on capital projects in education, libraries, and healthcare, the Gladys Brooks Foundation invites New Jersey 501(c)(3) institutions to seek major support. Eligible colleges, schools, libraries, hospitals, and clinics can request US $50,000 - US $150,000 for endowments, buildings, or equipment when outside funding is not available, which may benefit physics-related facilities or programs.
The Gladys Brooks Foundation
Conscious Kids Grants for New Jersey Youth
Applications due Jun 15, 2027
New Jersey 501(c)(3) organizations providing educational and human services programs for at-risk children and families can access funding through Conscious Kids; awards US $10,000 - US $20,000 for program support. Grants may benefit physics-focused or STEM-enrichment initiatives that serve homeless youth, foster youth, underserved communities, or children with physical or developmental disabilities.
Conscious Kids Inc
Youth Sports Development Funding from New York Community Trust
Applications due Jun 19, 2027
Youth-serving nonprofits running year-round, sports-based development programs that blend athletics with academics can access funding in New Jersey and nearby New York counties through the New York Community Trust. Organizations in Newark and the New York metro area may receive US $20,000 - US $40,000 to build social, emotional, ethical, cognitive, and physical skills in youth up to age 18.
The New York Community Trust
New Jersey Community Programs Funding via Community Foundation Of New Jersey
Applications due Jul 20, 2027
New Jersey nonprofits, government agencies, and religious institutions addressing basic needs, equity, or community well-being can access funding through Community Foundation Of New Jersey for projects in Rahway and surrounding Union and Middlesex County communities. Grants from the RSI Foundation Grant range from US $2,500 - US $25,000 for measurable, community-driven initiatives that improve quality of life and serve marginalized populations.
Community Foundation Of New Jersey